Item Details
Description
British. 1930s/1940s. Tri-Ang and "Minic" are brand names used by Lines Bros. Ltd. There were 3 Lines brothers and three lines form a triangle hence the name "Tri-Ang". These toys were manufactured post-war (late 1930s to 1940s). Marked, on boxes, sides of truck, and undersides of truck cabs. Marked, "L. Bros. England", on key.
Size
2" x 7.25" x 2.5".
Condition
Both toys are in great condition. Windups tested and working. Original boxes are in great condition with some tears and missing flap and handwriting on one box. Dairy truck has some scuffs on trailer and oxidation around seams on truck cab. Tow truck has spots of oxidation on front bumper and small scuffs on back of trailer. Includes one original key.
Medium
Pressed steel.
Provenance
From the Howie Meyer Legacy Collection.
Buyer's Premium
- 23%